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Ecotrail Paris
Paris, France
March 20, 2027 to March 21, 2027Date confirmed
122.2 km83 km47.5 km35.2 km+3
Culture & HistoryCity Run+4
Race Series & Label · 16 Events · 111 Competitions
National Trail Challenge: Race Calendar, Routes & Qualification
National trail running cup linking varied forest, mid-mountain, and alpine trail events from short trail distances up to ultra-trails. Discover 16 verified events (1 with confirmed upcoming dates) and 111 competitions across Paris, Lorcières, Salers, La Plagne, Les Allues.
Events161 confirmed dates
Competitions111Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 122.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,900 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Le Tour du Nipalou
Lorcières, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
53 km21 km20 km18 km+7
ForestKids & Youth Races+4
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La Pastourelle
Salers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
91 km60 km55 km44 km+5
ForestLakes & Ponds+5
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La 6000D by Dare2B
La Plagne, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
94 km69 km43 km30 km+4
High AltitudeForest+4
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Asics Méribel Trail
Les Allues, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km25 km22 km10 km+4
High AltitudeForest+4
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Trail du Chambon
Eymouthiers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
50 km34 km17 km12 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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La Chaussée des Géants
Thueyts, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
51 km20 km15 km10 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+2
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Trail de la Vallée des Lacs
Gérardmer, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
65 km33 km15 km13 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2027 - Mar 21, 2027 | Ecotrail Paris | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 122.2 km83 km47.5 km35.2 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Le Tour du Nipalou | Lorcières, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Walking & HikingTrail Running | 53 km21 km20 km18 km |
| Date to be announced | La Pastourelle | Salers, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 91 km60 km55 km44 km |
| Date to be announced | La 6000D by Dare2B | La Plagne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 94 km69 km43 km30 km |
| Date to be announced | Asics Méribel Trail | Les Allues, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km22 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail du Chambon | Eymouthiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 50 km34 km17 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | La Chaussée des Géants | Thueyts, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Walking & HikingTrail Running | 51 km20 km15 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de la Vallée des Lacs | Gérardmer, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 65 km33 km15 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de Fontfroide | Narbonne, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 55 km35 km14 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | La sarladaise | Sarlat-la-Canéda, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Walking & HikingTrail Running | 42 km28.5 km13 km6 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de Sancerre | Sancerre, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Trail Running | 90 km35 km15 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | Sparnatrail | Épernay, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 61 km33 km17 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
National trail running cup linking varied forest, mid-mountain, and alpine trail events from short trail distances up to ultra-trails. Connects selected regional and national trail races into a season-long points challenge for off-road endurance runners. In the RunningCompass catalog, National Trail Challenge currently comprises 16 active events with a total of 111 individual competitions (1 events with confirmed upcoming race dates and 15 events awaiting official next-edition date confirmation). Key host venues include Paris, Lorcières, Salers, La Plagne, Les Allues, highlighted by events such as Ecotrail Paris, Le Tour du Nipalou, La Pastourelle, La 6000D by Dare2B.
Points are awarded by finish position and distance tier (Short Trail, Marathon Trail, Ultra) toward an overall seasonal leaderboard. Across the listed competitions in Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, Nordic Walking, course distances span 0.5 km to 122.2 km with cumulative elevation gains reaching up to +4,900 m. Varied singletracks, root-lined forest paths, ridge trails, and climbs with a high percentage of unpaved terrain. Every event entry provides direct access to interactive route maps, 3D elevation profiles, and official organizer links for registration.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is National Trail Challenge and how many events are included in the calendar?
National trail running cup linking varied forest, mid-mountain, and alpine trail events from short trail distances up to ultra-trails. The RunningCompass calendar for National Trail Challenge lists 16 verified events encompassing 111 individual races, of which 1 currently carry confirmed future race dates and 15 are scheduled with dates to be announced.
Which distances, disciplines, and qualification criteria apply to National Trail Challenge?
Events in National Trail Challenge primarily cover Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, Nordic Walking with competition distances ranging from 0.5 km to 122.2 km. Points are awarded by finish position and distance tier (Short Trail, Marathon Trail, Ultra) toward an overall seasonal leaderboard.
What course profiles and elevation gains characterize National Trail Challenge routes?
Varied singletracks, root-lined forest paths, ridge trails, and climbs with a high percentage of unpaved terrain. Across all 111 races in this series, routes cover 0.5 km to 122.2 km with cumulative elevation gains reaching up to +4,900 m, and each event page includes an interactive course map, elevation profile, and GPX track download.
Where do National Trail Challenge events take place and how can I register?
Leading host cities in the catalog include Paris, Lorcières, Salers, La Plagne, Les Allues, featuring events such as Ecotrail Paris, Le Tour du Nipalou, La Pastourelle, La 6000D by Dare2B. You can filter the calendar below by month, distance, and location, inspect each race profile, and follow the verified organizer link on the event page for official registration.